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Monday, January 11, 2010

Say No More: The Banned Words of 2010


1. Click on the above articles from Time magazine and Lake Superior State University.
2. Read 'em. Peruse 'em. Evaluate 'em. Google 'em if you want more information.
3. Select ONE word that you feel should be on this list. Example: The word _____will remain part of our language because...
4. Explain your reasoning. Be sure to provide support (real-life examples, details, etc.) in your paragraph.
5. Also follow the blogging guidelines: interaction with fellow classmates is a must! You may directly address and argue with someone. Play nice with others though!
6. If you want credit--Be sure to use the screen name: first two or three letters of first name, first two or three letters of last name and hour. Example: Edward Cullen from my first hour would be edcull1.

Quizlet: Eight Parts of Speech

Click here to study the definitions of the eight parts of speech.

Monday, January 04, 2010

LA FINAL: 8th Grade Language Arts Content Words to "Own"

Click here for online studying assistance. These words will be your "words to own" for 8th grade Language Arts. You will be held responsible for learning these terms...yes, this means on the final!

8th Grade Language Arts Content Words